Temperature in Iceland in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Iceland this January.

Iceland, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 0°C (32°F) in Eyjafjaroarsveit to 7°C (45°F) in Vestmannaeyjar. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Vestmannaeyjar and -7°C (19°F) in Eyjafjaroarsveit. January is part of the winter season On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Iceland in January?

Explore the map below to discover average January temperatures at the top destinations in Iceland. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Iceland in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Iceland.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Iceland temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Iceland in January?

Reykjavík averages a daytime high of 3°C (37°F) in January, which is low for Iceland.

How cold does it get at night in Iceland in January?

Reykjavík sees nighttime lows close to -3°C (27°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Iceland?

Based on our systematic data collection, Vestmannaeyjar has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 7°C (45°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 3°C (37°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Iceland?

In our database, Eyjafjaroarsveit is the chilliest city in January in Iceland. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 0°C (32°F), while the nighttime lows hover around -7°C (19°F).

How much sun does Iceland get in January?

Reykjavík experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 20 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 7°C (45°F) in Vestmannaeyjar this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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